The fundamental problem for the allocative efficiency of competitive markets arises from externalities.

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It is not merely one of a number of possible allocative mechanisms.

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The basic claim is that the government should change endowments with transfers, but allocative efficiency is maximized by letting individuals choose their utility maximizing consumption bundle.

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